Amperesand · 1 week ago
Compliance Testing Engineer
Reno, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expAmperesand is disrupting industrial power with its innovative Solid State Transformer systems. The Compliance Testing Engineer will lead the compliance testing function, ensuring products meet global regulatory requirements while collaborating with engineering and product leadership to define certification pathways.
ElectronicsInfrastructurePower GridRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Leadership: Build, manage, deliver high-integrity documentation, lab coordination, and standard interpretation throughout the development lifecycle
Regulatory Interpretation & Influence: Serve as the internal authority on complex standards (e.g., UL 1741-SB, IEEE 1547.1, IEC 60730, UL 1998). Shape how those standards are applied to our technology and advocate for interpretations that support innovation while preserving safety
Engagement with NRTLs: Own relationships with certifying bodies (TUV, UL, CSA, Intertek), lead negotiations on test requirements, coordinate test campaigns, and influence outcomes through proactive preparation and ongoing technical dialogue
Compliance Infrastructure: Create and own internal tools and processes for compliance tracking, certification documentation, product labeling, and pre-compliance validation. Drive automation where possible
Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner with Product Management, Safety Engineering, Firmware, and Power Systems to ensure compliance is embedded across product definition, not bolted on later
Global Perspective: Prepare products for international certification including CE, UKCA, RoHS, and other country-specific requirements. Lead alignment on modular design reuse and regulatory harmonization
Standards Monitoring: Continuously monitor updates to key grid codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations. Lead Amperesand’s internal readiness reviews and communicate impact
Qualification
Required
2+ years in compliance, safety engineering, or regulatory affairs within power electronics, energy systems, or electromechanical product development
Expert knowledge of UL 1741-SB, IEEE 1547.1, IEC 60730, and familiarity with UL 1998, UL 508A, NEC 705/710/480/490, and IEC 61850
Demonstrated leadership in certification test preparation and execution. Deep experience negotiating technical positions with NRTLs and test agencies
Ability to connect regulatory needs with product architecture, firmware behavior, and field safety constraints. Strong understanding of inverter and PCS system design
Proven success influencing technical, commercial, and operational stakeholders at a senior level
Experience designing and deploying scalable compliance systems (checklists, gates, pre-checks, traceability maps, etc.) across multiple products or platforms
Able to structure modular certification pathways across hardware/software interfaces
Skilled in building phased certification plans aligned to NPI gates and market entry deadlines
Lead compliance reviews alongside FMEA, safety analysis, and DFx discussions
Familiarity with regulatory management systems, document control platforms, and engineering toolchains
Preferred
Experience working on projects related to smart grids, renewable energy, or energy management platforms is a plus
Benefits
Competitive Salary + Incentive Stock Options
Medical, vision, and dental benefits for employees and their dependents, effective from the start of hire
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employees receive paid time off (PTO), paid sick days, and paid company holidays so they can rest, recharge, and take care of their health and personal needs.
Commuter Benefits
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Company
Amperesand
Amperesand operates as a grid infrastructure solution provider.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$92.45M2025-11-18Series A· $80M
2024-02-07Seed· $12.45M
Leadership Team
Sriram Vaisambhayana
Co-Founder
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